I wanted to buy Abbesses 4 Piece Place Setting, however it wouldn't arrive till April.  So I settled for this set.  I couldn't be happier.  It is beautiful and very affordable compared to the Abbesses.  Abbesses was a littler over $600 and this set was just under $100 for service for 12 - No Brainer! They work very well in Microwave and dishwasher too.